Fire extinguishers are an essential part of any building’s safety equipment. They come in various types, each designed to tackle specific types of fires. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of fire extinguishers and their uses. Classes of Fires Before we dive into the types of fire extinguishers, it’s essential to […]
A fire strategy report is a document that outlines the measures that a building or facility has in place to prevent and respond to fires. It may include details on the buildings fire prevention systems, such as sprinkler systems and smoke detectors, as well as the procedures that should be followed in the event of […]
Luminaire – An emergency luminaire is the technical term for an emergency light which is designed to illuminate escape areas in a mains power failure Lux – is a measure of illuminance, the total amount of light that falls on a surface What is Emergency Lighting? Emergency Lighting is any lighting which uses a battery […]
It is a legal requirement to have a fire alarm within your business premises that is in full working order. The choice of fire alarm system depends on the building structure, the purpose and use of the building and current legislation. The legal requirement is outlined by The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and […]
The current UK Legislation was brought into effect in October 2006, known as the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 details everything you need to do in order to comply with the law. But fire alarm regulations aren’t always easy to understand, especially for commercial premises. As a business owner you may be aware that […]
The current guidance recognised by the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) ‘Fire Safety in Purpose Built Blocks of Flats’, issued by the Local Government Association in 2012, categorises 4 types of Fire Risk Assessments; some of which are destructive and need justification as to why they are required. Type 1- Common parts only (non-destructive) Type […]
A fire is a devastating event that can destroy any business, regardless of size. Most fires are preventable so it makes sense that a responsible business owner would take any steps necessary to protect employees, premises and business assets. Fire safety regulations are designed to ensure that the risk of fire is minimised and that […]